Category Archives: Parish Council

New Clerk/RFO for the Parish Council

It’s all change in the administration of the Parish Council as Clerk Martin Elliff and RFO (Responsible Financial Officer) Clifford Bosley step down from their posts on 31st March. Martin has been the clerk for the last six years and … Continue reading

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Three Levels of Local Government – Who does what

Following a recent question about which part of local government is responsible for what, the Parish Council has put together a handy guide that breaks down what falls under the responsibility of the County, District and Parish Council. We hope … Continue reading

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What Has the Parish Council Done for Your Village?

The Chairman of the Parish Council (PC) writes … 2025 was a busy year for the Parish Council.  We managed or helped with lots of exciting projects, including:

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Parish Council Meeting – Thursday 19th March

The Parish Council will hold its monthly meeting in the Village Hall at 7:30pm on Thursday 19th March. All residents are invited to attend.  Download the agenda here.

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NHS Health Checks

Oxfordshire County Council has asked the Parish Council to promote NHS Health Checks. Getting an NHS Health Check is a great way to stay on top of your health.  It’s a simple process that can give you peace of mind … Continue reading

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Planning Application

The Parish Council has been advised by South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) of a new planning application within the village. The application, at Little House, High Street, Long Wittenham, is for the erection of a detached timber potting shed and … Continue reading

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Planning Application

The Parish Council has been advised by South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) of a new planning application within the village. The application, at Northfield Farm, Long Wittenham, is for the erection of a garden storage and workshop building. The details … Continue reading

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Have You Spotted SID?

The Parish Council (PC) has just installed two new flashing Speed Indicator Devices (SIDs) in the village. Last year Thames Valley Police offered grants for road safety improvements and the PC was successful in its bid to buy these signs.  … Continue reading

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Potholes

There was a long discussion at last Thursday evening’s parish council meeting about the state of the roads in the village and particularly the road to Clifton Hampden. Our County Councillor Johnny Hope-Smith, who was present, said that every division … Continue reading

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Fieldside Closure

Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) has advised the Parish Council of a temporary emergency road closure on Fieldside whilst short service pipe relay repair works are carried out for public safety reasons. The temporary closure and will operate from 20th February … Continue reading

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